Discover life with chronic urticaria in skin of color as Meka shares her journey from diagnosis to advocacy and finding support to manage hives on darker skin.

How do hives look in skin of color, and why are diagnoses often delayed? In this episode, we explore unique barriers, lack of visual aids, and the need for culturally sensitive care to improve outcomes.

Explore the future of Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU) treatment. In this episode, we delve into groundbreaking advancements, including emerging biologics and therapies that promise to transform the landscape of CSU care: Dupilumab, Remibrutinib, and Barzolvolimab. We also discuss Omalizumab, a current treatment option, and the evolving understanding of CSU's root cause.

Explore the myths and misconceptions about Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU) with Kortney and Dr. Gupta. Is CSU caused by allergies? Is it a rare condition? Discover the truth about CSU's causes, symptoms, and treatments. Whether you're a patient, caregiver, or healthcare professional, gain valuable insights into managing this common but often misunderstood condition.

Discover the journey of living with chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU). Heather shares her personal experiences, from the intense itch to finding the right treatment plan, including antihistamines and Omalizumab (Xolair). Learn about the mental health challenges, what it’s like to live with itch and practical advice for managing CSU, with insights from Dr. G and Kortney.

Discover the latest urticaria treatments in the third episode of our podcast series on chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU). We discuss effective hives treatments, including antihistamines, Xolair for hives, and cyclosporine. The episode also explores non-medical strategies to improve the quality of life for CSU patients. Tune in to gain valuable insights on managing chronic hives treatment and more.

Dr. Payel and Kortney discuss the process of diagnosing chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU), the roles of allergists and dermatologists, and the importance of a thorough medical history and physical examination. Dr. Payel also explains the limited tests involved in confirming a CSU diagnosis and the common misconceptions surrounding allergy testing and food restrictions. They also discuss the role of autoimmune diseases in CSU.

In the first episode of our chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) series, Dr. G and Kortney define 'urticaria’ (hives) and discuss how CSU differs from other types of urticaria. They cover the symptoms, including hives' itchiness, their transient nature, and how CSU varies with skin tones. Dr. Gupta explains the absence of clear triggers and explains what can exacerbate CSU.

Urticaria, also known as hives can be triggered by many things. Knowing what triggers urticaria can help manage hives and lessen their impact on the quality of life. Hives may feel mysterious, but they don’t have to be.